Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
About this property
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort is a nature retreat in Sandakan, a 15-minute walk from the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre. Providing rooms in a natural environment, it has a plunge pool and free Wi-Fi in restaurant area. Simply furnished, the air-conditioned chalets feature wooden walls and floors. All chalets come with a private bathroom, equipped with hot-water showers. The mixed dormitory room comes with fan and shared bathroom with hot-water showers. Sepilok Forest Edge Resort is a 20-minute drive from Sandakan Airport. Free parking is available. Guests can arrange tour excursion and jungle treks at the reception. The resort also provides laundry services and foreign currency exchange. Both local and Western cuisines are served at the on-site restaurant.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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2 single beds | ||
2 single beds | ||
3 single beds and 1 double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 double bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Joanna
United Kingdom“Absolutely stunning resort and perfect place to explore Sepilok. The food is a little expensive but amazing quality - some more local dishes would have been nice.” - Ray United Kingdom“The room was spacious and comfortable with free water and coffee making facilities. Air conditioning was provided and there was an option of an outdoor shower and an indoor shower with heated water which was great during the day time to cool off...”
- Anett
Hungary“The best accommodation I have ever been! Great location close to the wildlife, good price, very clean rooms, amazing outdoor shower. Don't miss the trail behind the lodge!” - Michael United Kingdom“Orangutans in the tree outside our room! Very clean & comfortable room. Great staff. Good choice of food in the restaurant.”
- Kirsty
New Zealand“Great little retreat in sepilok, 15 min walk to orangutan sanctuary and rainforest discovery centre. Clean comfortable rooms.” - Ben_candy United Kingdom“Nice friendly resort with a good restaurant. 10-15 minute easy (as much as the heat allows) walk to the Orangutan and Sun Bear sanctuaries.”
- Moira United Kingdom“We loved staying here - the orangutan rehabilitation centre was a 15 minute walk as was the sun bear rehabilitation centre, which is next door. Jess on reception was welcoming and answered any questions we had with a smile. The restaurant staff...”
- Deb United Kingdom“Fabulous location, right next to sun bear and orangutan sanctuaries - walking distance.”
- Kiara
Netherlands“Beautiful resort about a 15 minute walk from the sanctuaries and 30 minutes from the Rainforest Discovery centre. We booked a dorm with 4 beds and ended up having it all to ourselves. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The resort itself is very...” - Charmaine
Australia“Rooms are pretty little cabins set right in the rainforest. The beds are nice and comfy. The restaurant food is delicious, I really enjoyed the chicken and pineapple curry. The staff are all lovely.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- The Nest Restaurant
- CuisineMalaysian • Pizza • International
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort will not be responsible for any valuables left or lost by the guest in the rooms.
Safety Deposit Boxes are available free of charge at the front office counter
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Sepilok Forest Edge Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
A damage deposit of MYR 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
